Overview
The Full-Time One-Year MBA at SMU Cox is designed for professionals who want to accelerate their careers through an intensive, high-impact MBA experience completed in just 12 months. The program delivers the same rigorous MBA education as the Full-Time Two-Year MBA in an accelerated format, allowing students to strengthen their leadership, analytical and strategic decision-making skills and return to the workforce with renewed momentum. Small class sizes and close collaboration with experienced faculty create a highly personalized learning environment that encourages meaningful discussion and lasting professional relationships.
Students customize their MBA experience through concentrations or minors across key business disciplines while applying classroom concepts through consulting projects, experiential learning and the Global Leadership Program. These hands-on experiences help students solve complex business challenges, broaden their global perspective and develop practical skills that translate directly to the workplace. The program's STEM-certified curriculum combines business fundamentals with leadership development and analytics, preparing graduates to succeed in a rapidly evolving business environment.
Beyond the classroom, students benefit from personalized career coaching, leadership development and strong connections to employers throughout the Dallas business community. Combined with access to the SMU Cox alumni network, these resources help students pursue new opportunities, expand their professional networks and confidently take the next step in their careers.
